Advocates rally in Annapolis to push expungement legislation
Afro, Feb. 12, 2026
Advocates from across Maryland rallied outside the State House in Annapolis on Feb. 9, urging lawmakers to advance the Fair Chance Housing Act and the Clean Slate Act (HB 360/SB 483). Supporters say the legislation would reduce barriers to housing, employment, and stability for people with past criminal records.
Hosted by a broad coalition of community and advocacy groups, the rally highlighted bipartisan legislation aimed at improving public safety by expanding access to stable housing and automating record sealing for eligible formerly incarcerated Marylanders. Hundreds of people attended, braving freezing temperatures.